A 26,000-Square-Foot Cornerstone: Celina's New Downtown Library Takes Shape
Celina's new public library is under construction downtown, with a 26,209-sq-ft building expected to open in winter 2026.
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Celina Oktoberfest Returns to The Square With German Tradition and a Texas Accent
The Celina Chamber of Commerce brings craft beer, live music, and German cuisine to Downtown Celina on October 3, 2026.
Friday Lights and a Loaded Schedule: The Celina Bobcats Are Ready for Fall
From a home opener to a district road trip, the Celina Bobcats football program is building something worth watching this fall.
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Celina Gets Its Costco: What the New Location Means for a City Growing Into Its Own
Celina's new Costco opened August 26, 2026, bringing a major retail milestone to one of Texas's fastest-growing cities.
The Square Comes Alive: Celina's Friday Night Market Returns September 4
Downtown Celina's free Friday Night Market is back Sept. 4 with local vendors, food, and live music on the historic Square.
Nine Banners and Counting: What Celina Bobcats Football Means to a Fast-Growing City
Celina High School's football program carries nine state championships into the 2026 season, tied for third most among Texas 11-man programs.
64,000 Square Feet of Gear: Academy Sports + Outdoors Is Coming to Celina
A new Academy Sports + Outdoors at 3525 S. Preston Road brings nearly 64,000 sq ft of sporting goods to Celina, with a Chamber ribbon cutting ahead.
The Warehouse on the Prairie: Costco's Arrival Signals a New Chapter for Celina
Costco's new Celina location is nearly ready to open, marking a milestone moment for a city that has grown faster than almost anywhere in America.
A Fall Season Worth Showing Up For: The Celina Chamber's Lineup Brings Music, Wine, and New Faces to the Square
From big-band nostalgia to a walkable wine crawl and a new martial arts academy, Celina's fall community calendar is filling up fast.
Celina's New Downtown Library Takes Shape, With a Winter Opening on the Horizon
At 26,209 square feet, the new Celina Public Library is under construction downtown and set to open in winter 2026 under director Andrea Ortiz.
Celina's First Costco Opens August 26, Bringing a 158,000-Square-Foot Warehouse to Preston Road
Costco opens in Celina on Aug. 26, 2026, with a 7:30 a.m. ribbon cutting and a 158,000-sq-ft warehouse at Preston Road and Ownsby Parkway.
Celina's Friday Night Market Returns to the Square on September 4
The Friday Night Market hits Downtown Celina on Sept. 4 at 6 p.m., with local vendors, food pop-ups, and the full fall season stretching through 2026.
A New Mat in Town: Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Brings Self-Defense and Community to Celina
The Celina Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the grand opening of Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu, a new academy offering fitness and confidence-building programs.
Celina Young Professionals Gather at OMG Tacos for August Monthly Mixer
The Celina Young Professionals group brings its August monthly mixer to OMG Tacos Celina, continuing a tradition of local networking.
Celina, TX FAQ: What Newcomers Ask
School districts, property taxes, MUDs, commute times, water restrictions, and local life — answers to the questions every Celina newcomer has.